January Jams

Recently I've been listening to lots of alternative folk music. My favorite album this month has been the Lumineers! They sing about such sweet things unlike many bands today. They sing about love, girls, and other cute stuff. My favorite song on the album has too be Flowers in Your Hair . Sadly it's the shortest song on the album, but I could listen to it for hours!

Another song I've been loving since September is Pompeii by Bears Den! I still listen to it almost everyday. 

Do you have any jams you've been loving? Share them here....

Boys Again

Remember last time I said I was over the boys and that they were gross well that was false! I saw this one boy who I've had the largest crush on walking his dog like two weeks ago. Since then I could not stop thinking about him! Which is so so so silly! It's just a male. But a very cute, intelligent, kind male! 

But I found out today that the feelings weren't mutual. At first I was saddened. But as I am writing this post  I'm at peace with it! 

I was feeling down so I decided to pray. At first I was apologizing to God for letting my heart be vulnerable and wanting anyone but him! But then all the sudden I was thanking God! It was amazing. I truly believe God has huge plans for me. I think these plans include my heart being whole and pure. He doesn't want me to ruin my heart in anyway. God wants me to be sensitive towards everyone and feel their pain! If I had my own pain I don't think I would be as compassionate towards others as I am now! I would always think "I've been through worse". Often when I see hurt people now I feel sad for them and want to help! I couldn't imagine going through what they are! 

As of right now I plan not to date until I'm out of high school. I think that's what God wants me to do. I plan to make him number one in my life and not let anyone take his place. If I am going to be thinking about someone all the time it's going to be God.... Not a silly boy! 

If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. But when you ask him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not waver, for a person with divided loyalty is as unsettled as a wave of the sea that is blown and tossed by the wind. (James 1:5, 6 NLT)

Why Cats are Better than Boys

We recently have acquired a stray cat. He is the sweetest boy. He inspired me to write this post. 

                     Why Cats Win

1. Don't talk

2. Don't eat your food (normally) 

3. Super soft. Makes them better for cuddling. 

4. The fatter the cuter

5. They take the coolest selfies with you

                     Why Boys Lose

1. Talk about dumb boy things

2. Eat tons of food. Even your food

3. Wear ugly clothes

4. Don't look cuter when they are chubbier

5. Smell like boy

Lovely Lily!

I love love love my baby sister! Lily is a wonderful little girl. Always smiling and giggling! She stole my heart as soon as I saw her. I have never loved someone so much in my life. 

 

I remember driving to the hospital to meet Lily. I was scared. I now know that was silly. But the thought of having another person in my family was strange! It had been the same for sixteen years and it was a huge change.

I held Lily as soon as I arrived at the hospital. She was only twenty minutes old and smelled sweet. She was the prettiest little girl. 

 I loved being in the hospital with my momma! It was wonderful to spend alone time with just her and Lily. 

Two days later we were bringing little Lily home. 

I remember the first couple nights letting my mom sleep and rocking Lily in the rocking chair at night. It was the sweetest thing.

Now Lily is slowly growing up! It makes me sad but it's also neat to watch her grow. She's fun to play with now since she is not so breakable! 

She will be six months old this Saturday! Lily is aware of everything now! She can even sit up. She really likes playing with toys and jumping in her kangaroo. Just keeps getting cuter every day! 

 

I'm going to post something about Lily every month! It will be a nice way to look back and remeber all the wonderful details of her life! 

Tea

I went to the most adorable tea shop today. I try to go every month since they change their menu monthly. It's always yummy and fun. I think it would be fun to have a tea party there for my sister when she's older. I often see little girls having tea party's there. It is fabulous. 

Rachel being all cute! 

Chicken Salad and a Vegetable Wrap. It was scrumptious. 

Then as we were leaving I saw this. The blue mini is mine. Just thought it was the cutest. Went well with the super cute tea shop too! 

Boys and Silly Thoughts

I've been on Christmas break the last two weeks. Breaks from school mean I stay up until three in the morning every night. During my nightly adventures I watch Netflix and think about past events. Normally not nice ones. Lately I have been a sixteen year old girl and have been thinking about boys. Nice boys, mean boys, all types of boys. 

I have never had a boyfriend or anything even close. This often weighs heavy on my mind because most girls my age have had mutiple boyfriends. I know it's a silly thing to worry about. But I always feel like  I'm going to be one of those crazy cats ladys. 

Examples:

But last night I came to a realization. I decided that it is very silly of me to worry about boys. I prayed about it. I know I need to trust God with everything in life. Including boys. I always feel down about a boy not liking me...... But why? I know God didn't want them in my life for a reason. This year I'm not going to let the boys get me down. I need to be thankful God kept the boys away from me, since boys are gross anyway. 

Coffee and Good Company

Today was special. The weather was chilly but warm enough to not wear a coat. A big cozy sweater was all I needed to stay warm! My best friends and I had a fabulous day out. I am blessed to have such good friends. We ate, shopped, and even thrifted a little. It was a pretty perfect day. We even ended it with caramel toffee coffee and maple donuts! (Donuts are my favorite) 

Kalyndi and Sarah! 

Sarah is sorta silly. But also totally wonderful!